Student Policies

Introduction

The purpose of this page is to provide a quick reference about training programs, policies and processes, roles and responsibilities guiding students through their learning experience with Applied Vocational Training (AVT). These policies and processes may change from time to time. The most current is shown on this page.

AVT is a registered training organisation (RTO) registered with the National Vet Regulator; Australian Skill Quality Authority (ASQA). AVT’s RTO number is 5273. As an RTO, AVT is bound to comply with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (SRTOs) 2015. Training Services provided to clients follow policies and processes developed to meet the VET Quality Framework and SRTOs 2015.

AVT delivers a range of training programs, both accredited and non-accredited, which are conducted as public courses or customised for students and industry. AVT’s holistic approach ensures students’ needs are met. Accredited programs have been approved by State and /or Commonwealth Government. AVT’s products and services are listed and shown on this website; appvoc.com

Nationally recognised training in animal care

Our  approach to managing and resolving appeals related to assessment decisions, including those made by third-party providers.

This policy outlines how assessments are managed at AVT, including the principles we follow, assessment types, marking and feedback, and your rights around attempts, appeals, adjustments, and academic integrity.

Covers the issuing of certificates, statements of attainment, and reissues.
Describes expected course timeframes and the process to apply for extensions.
Explains how to re-enrol if your course has lapsed or expired.

Important information about campus animals and student animals attending AVT’s campus.

Encourages student feedback and outlines the process for lodging complaints.
Details student fees, payment options, and eligibility for funding or subsidies.
Outlines how AVT offers and supports different modes of learning as well as information on additional tuturing and how to make study mode changes (eg On-campus to Online).
Describes AVT’s commitment to equal opportunity and inclusive education practices as well as policies relating to all forms of descrimination and harassment.
Explains how AVT collects, stores, and uses personal information in accordance with privacy laws.
Explains Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL),  Recognition of Current Competency (RCC), Credit Transfer (CT), Mutual Transfer (MR) and competency processes.
Guides responsible use of social media by students representing AVT or posting about their studies.
Sets out expectations for behaviour and the disciplinary procedures for misconduct including academic misconduct.

The leader in delivery of Australian Nationally Recognised Qualifications including ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care (formerly Animal Studies), ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services, ACM40818 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and ACM40322 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training.
Applied Vocational Training (AVT) delivers a range of qualifications and short courses for students wishing to pursue a career working with animals. 

AVT is a Registered Training Organisation based in Perth, Western Australia, providing on-campus and online courses to students studying throughout Australia. More about us →

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We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land where our campus is based, the Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging and we commit to walking alongside our indigenous brothers and sisters. We extend that respect to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in our community.

Applied Vocational Training (AVT) is proudly a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 5273).

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